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TB 10 Tobago GT
THE SOCATA TB 10 TOBAGO GT is a fixedgear, 45 seat, single engine aircraft with constantspeed propeller.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Powered by 180 HP engine, the singleengine Socata TB10 Tobago GT is the new version of the Tobago, fixedgear, 45 seater with constantspeed propeller. Its main features are the new shape of canopy, wing tips and fin strake, plus the larger cargo door. Tobago GT offers the best compromise between performance and operation cost.

Outstanding handling capabilities including at low speed contribute to the Socata Tobago GT safe and simple operation. Their high wing loading and aerodynamically balanced ailerons provide excellent stability even in the most difficult flight conditions. These benefits make the Tobago GT the ideal aircraft under VFR and IFR conditions for both novice and veteran pilots.

The Socata TB10 Tobago GT is equipped with oleo landing gear shock struts, providing exceptional taxi comfort and allowing the use of rough strip.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS


Configuration

• Low wing, semimonocoque metal construction, certified to FAR Part 23 with amendments 1 through 16

Seating

• Front : 2
• Rear : 23

Power Plant

• Manufacturer : Lycoming
• Type : O360A1AD 4 cylinders
• Power rating : 180 HP at 2,700 RPM
• Recommended TBO : 2,000 hours

Propeller

• Manufacturer : Hartzell
• Diameter : 74 in (1.88 m)
• Blades : 2
• Type : Constant speed

Fuel

• Type : 100 LL
• Total tank capacity : 55.5 US gal (210 l)
• Usable fuel : 53.9 US gal (204 l)

Oil

• Tank capacity : 8.45 US quart ( 8 l)

Dimensions

Engine: Lycoming O360A 1 AD Power : 180 HP at 2 700 tr/mn Propeller : Hartzell 1,88 m(74 in) bipale constant speed Airfoil : RA 16 C3
DIMENSIONS Wing span: 10.01 m (32.84 ft) Length: 25.43 ft (7.75 m) Height : 9.91 ft (3,02 m) Cabin length : 8.30 ft (2,53 m) Cabin width: 4.20 ft (1.28 m) Cabin height: 3.94 ft (1.20 m) Wheel track : 7.55 ft (2,30 m) Wing area : 11.9 m2 (128 sq.ft) Dihedral : 4°30 Wing airfoild : RA 16 C3
LOADING Wing loading : 19.8 lb/sq.ft (96,6 kg/m2)

Loading

• Operating empty weight : 1,543 lbs (700 kg)
• Maximum takeoff weight : 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)
• Maximum landing weight : 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)
• Maximum useful load : 992 lbs (450kg)
• Maximum weight in luggage compartments : 143 lbs (65 kg)

Performance (ISA at maximum takeoff weight)

• Rate of climb (sea level) : 787 ft/mn
• Climb to 8,500 ft : 16 mn
• Maximum cruising speed : (6,000 ft at 75% W) 127 KTAS (235 km/h)
• Best economy cruising speed : (8,000 ft at 60% W) 109 KTAS( 204 km/h)
• Demonstrated crosswind : 25 kt
• Operating ceiling : 13,000 ft

Distance {ISA at maximum takeoff weight)

• Takeoff (50 ft obstacle clearance) : 1,657 ft (505 m)
• Landing (50 ft obstacle clearance) : 1,509 ft (460 m)
• Maximum range (without reserve) : 697 NM (1,291 km)

Systems

Flight controls :

• Dual yoke controls
• Electrically actuated flaps
• Push/pull rods
• Manual elevator trim actuated by cables

Landing gear :

• Steering nosewheel
• Tricycle fixed landing gear with fairings
• Main landing gear of the trailing link type

Fuel system :

• On structural fuel tank per wing
• Electric auxiliary fuel pump
• Enginedriven fuel pump
• Capacitive fuel gauge system

Electrical system :

• Battery : 24 V / 10 A./h
• Circuitbreakers
• Alternator : 28 V / 70 A
• Centralized advisory panel
• Regulator with overvoltage relay
• Integrated instrument panel lighting

Additional benefits

• Machined single wing spar
• Tilt out panel for easy access to avionics
• Triple anticorrosion protection
• Two access doors and two emergency exits

*None of the information included in this document is contractually